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Our foster carers are helping children in care to unlock their full potential. Cara fostered Charlotte, who is now studying to become a social worker.
After growing up in foster care, Charlotte is passionate about social work
"I'm currently in college studying BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care," says Charlotte
"Being in care has shaped what I want to do, I just want to help other children. I work at a Family Centre in Essex, we run sessions teaching children how to cope with certain situations. It just makes a difference."
Charlotte is very ambitious, and wants to share her experiences
"I see children struggling with how to express their feelings," explains Charlotte
"I feel like I’m in a unique place to understand them and to share what I’ve learnt along the way. In five years’ time I’d like to be a Social Worker, to make a difference in other people’s lives.”
Support from her foster family has been invaluable for Charlotte
"I don’t see Cara as my foster carer, she’s like my mum. She got me into a good school, encouraged me to get good grades, she wants me to be the best that I can be.
I wouldn’t be sat here today if I stayed where I was, Cara has changed everything for me."
Cara, Charlotte's foster mum, is very proud too
"Charlotte has always had drive to do better," notes Cara "I'm so proud of Charlotte, she's a beautiful young woman."
Other children have shared how their foster families have changed their lives too
Kerry was fostered when she was 13. Now, she's a university graduate, with a son of her own. Kerry shares her story of how her foster family changed her life. If you could make a difference to a young person's life too, get in touch to find out more.